Demba Ba returns to Besiktas on loan from Shanghai Shenhua

Former Chelsea striker Demba Ba has returned to Besiktas on loan until the end of the season from Shanghai Shenhua.

Ba originally joined Turkish Super Lig side Besiktas from Chelsea in 2014 before leaving a year later to join Chinese Super League side Shanghai Shenhua. He scored 18 goals during his previous spell with the Turkish side.

The 31-year-old broke his leg last summer when playing for the Chinese side and is now looking to re-establish himself.

“Demba Ba (has arrived) on a temporary transfer until the date 05/31/2017. No compensation will be paid to him or his club,” Besiktas’ club statement read.

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West Ham United co-chairman David Sullivan has earlier revealed their interest in signing the Senegalese striker but Ba’s injury stood in the way.